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Nicola Ross

Freelance writer Nicola Ross lives in Alton and is the author of the bestselling 'Loops and Lattes' hiking guide series.

Geocaching Treasure Hunt

Jun 22, 2021

A thoroughly modern treasure hunt is a surefire way to get kids busy outdoors.

Conservation Authorities v. Doug Ford

Mar 31, 2021

The provincial government is stripping Ontario’s conservation authorities of the very meaning of their name ­– and key protections for the environment.

Canoeing the Humber

Mar 31, 2021

Everyone must believe in something. I believe I’ll go canoeing.
– Henry David Thoreau

Tales of a Snowboarding Newbie

Nov 24, 2020

Strapping on a board for the first time can be daunting, but as Nicola Ross finds outs, hiring a knowledgeable instructor keeps bruising at bay.

Kayaking on Island Lake

Sep 18, 2020

Seeking peace and solitude on Island Lake in Orangeville.

The Boom in Local Food

Jun 25, 2020

In the dark cloud of the pandemic, a silver lining for small farmers.

Hiking in Caledon and Dufferin

Jun 25, 2020

Looking to get outside for some fresh air? Here’s our guide to walking in Headwaters.

The Ultimate Frisbee Challenge

Mar 24, 2020

Inspired by Frisbee and played without referees, this field game is all about the sporting spirit.

Curling for the Win

Nov 22, 2019

The centuries-old sport continues to thrive and the Great Canadian Pond Spiel is a fun-filled reminder of its origin on natural ice.

Birds of a Feather: Badminton

Nov 22, 2019

Fast-paced, action-packed and sociable, badminton converts a longtime tennis player.

The Lure of Fly Fishing

Sep 16, 2019

If you’ve never cast with a fly rod, you might expect the fly to land first. But that’s not how it happens.

Climate Change and the Young

Jun 20, 2019

“We the young have started to move.” Youth here and around the world raise a battle cry for action on climate change.

From Rails to Trails

Jun 20, 2019

Tearing up tracks for a place to go slow.

Lawn Bowling

Mar 19, 2019

Often called summertime curling, lawn bowling has an ancient history.

Snow Queen: Zoe Bergermann

Nov 20, 2018

Zoe Bergermann scored her first World Cup podium finish and made her Olympic debut this year.

Lacrosse Leader: Jeff Henrick

Nov 20, 2018

Orangeville’s Jeff Henrick is junior at Ohio State University, where he plays the game he honed with the Northmen here at home.

Running Star: Aysia Maurice

Nov 20, 2018

Bolton runner Aysia Maurice holds provincial records for the 2,000-metre and 1,500-metre steeplechase, and has placed in the top 10 nationally in both events.

Nia: Unleash Your Happy Warrior

Nov 20, 2018

Nia combines yoga, martial arts and dance.